Quality Manager
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Job Location:
Stockton, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Quality Manager- Full-time / Permanent
Location - Onsite - Stockton CA
Salaried $125 - $150K with 10% Bonus and Benefits
About Us:Vander-Bend is a U.S. based manufacturer dedicated to building the precision infrastructure that powers tomorrows AI. Our expertise in server racking and power delivery solutions provides the backbone for next-generation data centers enabling hyperscalers and integrators to innovate and scale globally. With a focus on trusted domestic manufacturing we deliver quality speed and innovation at scaleredefining AI infrastructure for the future.
We are a newly created division of Vantedge Medical the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology we take immense pride in the work we do and have a lot of fun doing it.
About the Role:The Quality Manager is responsible for Quality Systems Quality Engineering and Quality Control for Vantedges Vander-Bend Sheet Metal Manufacturing business in Stockton CA. This position has overall departmental responsibilities interfaces with Customers and Suppliers regarding quality processes and improvements. The role has overall responsibility and accountability for Product Quality Compliance and Continual Improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the Quality Engineering group direct QEs to improve processes and collaborate with other departments. Use statistical techniques to detect negative trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Manage the Quality Control group direct inspectors to detect and resolve product quality issues on the production floor.
- Develop department inspection capabilities and efficiencies.
- Be VOC (Voice of Customer) in VDB internal communications.
- Advise customers of metal processing capabilities including welding validation for a successful realization of customers needs.
- Review and revise work orders and identification of inspection checks.
- Create and/or review operating procedures quality procedures and manufacturing practices to include sheet metal joining and welding validation as needed.
- Develop QMS documentation under the guidance of the Vice President of Quality.
- Initiate/attend meetings with customers for continuous product/process improvement/cost reductions.
- Manage customer returns/complaints non-conforming product/defective material including MRB. Oversee the necessary steps to disposition and initiate corrective action when warranted.
- Work with all departments to ensure they have a true understanding of manufacturing quality and its application.
- Under the guidance of the Vice President of Quality maintain compliance to ISO 13485 (including ISO 14971 Application of risk management to medical devices) and ISO 9001 standards.
- Undertake any additional responsibilities needed to improve quality and compliance.
Requirements / Skills:
Education and Experience
- A minimum of 10 years in Metal Manufacturing (machining forming punching welding etc.) or similar industrial sector with at least 5 years of progressive experience in Inspection and quality and people management. Familiar with QA/QC systems knowledge of the ISO 9001 and 13485 Quality Management System its implementation and the creation of operating procedures and work instructions.
Knowledge / Skills
- General Inspection and product/process validation knowledge including design of fixtures inspection tools methodology mechanical design metrology strong background in manufacturing including but not limited to machining sheet metal fabrication and joining product and process validation including welding validation plating painting. Possesses good computer skills.
Benefits:
- Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance
- Vacation and Sick Pay
- 401k
Key Skills
- APQP
- Quality Assurance
- ISO 9001
- Lean Six Sigma
- PPAP
- Root cause Analysis
- ISO 13485
- Quality Systems
- Quality Control
- Quality Management
- As9100
- Manufacturing
